I didn't know about cloth pads post partum but have used them for 2 years now and love them. Honesty after the first 6-24 hrs the bleeding wasn't that heavy anyway. I sent home plenty of soiled undies and bras with hubby to soak until I came home - stupid disposables always leak - so sending home cloth pads wouldn't be a problem. Would your partner wash them for you?

Btw don't forget cloth breast pads too they are the BEST